The order you apply skincare products matters more than most people realize. Here is the exact sequence I follow every morning.
The Morning Routine: 5 Steps
Step 1: Cleanse
The Magic Melting Cleansing Balm removes overnight skin buildup without stripping. Massage in, emulsify with water, rinse. Your skin should feel soft, not tight.
Step 2: Tone
The Glow Milk Toner balances your skin pH and opens the skin to absorb what comes next. Apply to a cotton pad or pat directly onto skin.
Step 3: Serum
Alternate based on need: Hyaluronic Acid Serum on hydration days, Vitamin C Serum on brightening days. Apply to damp skin for better absorption.
Step 4: Eye Treatment
The Eye Balm Stick goes on with gentle tapping around the orbital bone before moisturizer. Never drag.
Step 5: SPF
The Glow Shield SPF 50 is always last. Non-negotiable.
Five steps. Under five minutes. The difference in your skin after 30 days of this routine done consistently is something I cannot overstate.
- Lynda Diaz, Licensed Esthetician and Founder